Loved the use of historical characters we are all familiar with

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	• The Double Agents: A Men at War Novel (Men at War) W.E.B. Griffin, William E. Butterworth IV Jove, 2008 - 480 pages view larger image
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Loved the use of historical characters we are all familiar with

In spite of some of the negative reviews I've read regarding this series, I started with the first book, thoroughly enjoyed it, and now with this second installment by the team of WEB & WEB jr., I am still captivated. What I truly got a kick out of was how adroitly the authors weaved in the true story of characters we are all familiar with, on the big screen, but had no idea about regarding their war time roles. . .David Niven and Peter Ustinov, two of my favorites, they even manage to bring in the real Ian Fleming into the story. How they are used in this story is a delight and really captures the essence of a time when EVERYONE, pitched in for the cause of freedom. . .if only we had such Hollywood types today. Also their use of the famous "Man Who Never Was" incident as a sub plot is brilliant. And finally, the authors delve into a little known aspect of WWII, the specter of weapons of mass destruction, chemical and biological, which both sides were poised to use. . .a stark conection to today's headlines, and a warning as well. I think that WEB & WEB jr. are winners and eagerly look forward to the next installment in their epic tale.

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Less then satisfying

Although this second effort by WEB and Jr. is an improvement on the absolutely awful "Saboteurs", the overall tone of this book is rather "flat." The plot line is an improvement, the involvement of some well-known movie stars adds a bit--just a bit--of spice to the brew.

Somehow the new Richard Canidy seems awfully shallow, lacking the depth of the characters for which WEB is well known. Only David Niven has any redeeming sparkle.

I felt that it was pretty unsatisfying to leave "Tubes" behind on Sicily, and not give some inkling of how he was captured. That bit of infomation would have made readers (ME in particular) somewhat more anxious to buy the inevitable next book.

I was charitable and gave this 3 stars, although it probably only rates 2+.

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Another great book by W.E.B.

I really enjoy Mr. Griffin's stories. His characters kind of seem real and their sense of humor in the face of danger makes for fun reading. I can lose myself in his books and just enjoy the story.

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